Leven Canyon
A limestone gorge about 275 metres deep, with the cantilevered Cruikshanks Lookout over the Leven River and a 697-step forest staircase.
Leven Canyon lies north of Cradle Mountain near Nietta and is one of the deepest canyons in northwest Tasmania. From the car park, a walk of about 20 minutes takes you to the Cruikshanks Lookout, which juts out over the cliff edge and offers views several hundred metres down to the Leven River. Alternatively, take the loop that descends the 697-step 'forest staircase' to the Edge Lookout, about 1 hour in total. The reserve has picnic areas and toilets, and entry is free. It's about an hour's drive from the Cradle Mountain visitor centre.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Devils@Cradle
- Enchanted Walk
- Mount Roland
- Ronny Creek (Wombat Viewing)
- Overland Track
- Waldheim Chalet
- Cradle Mountain & Dove Lake
- King Solomons Cave